Lab Assistant

Labcorp•Greenville, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Assistant to join its team in Greenville, North Carolina. The role supports clinical laboratory operations by receiving and sorting specimens, preparing them for testing and analysis, entering and scanning specimen and patient information, and helping maintain equipment and supplies. The Lab Assistant also troubleshoots specimen-related issues, completes records and administrative duties, and follows Standard Operating Procedures to support safety and quality.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Comfort handling biological specimens.
Ability to accurately identify specimens.
Basic computer knowledge and data-entry skills.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Attention to detail and ability to prioritize and multitask.
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet established turnaround times.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Three months or more of specimen processing experience.
Three months or more of medical or laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Receive and sort clinical laboratory specimens.
Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.
Scan and/or enter specimen and patient information.
Ensure laboratory equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance.
Troubleshoot specimen-related issues.
Replenish test bench supplies as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.